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Sorry if this isn't the proper board, but I purchased a Gigabyte Mobo that was affected. This is my very first build. I haven't had time yet to switch my HDs to the two unaffected SATA ports, but...

Yeah, so that was basically it (sheepish grin)...
I didn't make the connections for all of the front panel support, and when I saw that wire dangling, it dawned on me. Thanks for the suggestion. ...

So I tried the paper clip method on the power supply and the fan on it started running so I know that it isn't completely DOA. Other things I can try???

First time builder help - I connected the motherboard, processor, RAM, video card. I hooked up the monitor, mouse and keyboard. I connected the 8-pin and 24-pin on the MoBo to the power supply....

I know I keep blasting emails, but I was looking online. What about a card like this - http://www.microcenter.com/single_product_results.phtml?product_id=0325752 ?
Seems basic, but the NewEgg...

As a note, I'm looking for an hdmi output so I can connect it to my TV as well. Other than that, I don't know how much consideration I should put into the card itself. Since I'm not using it for...

No problem - I should have looked the specs more carefully myself. I'm guessing at this point it makes more sense to get a video card versus finding a different MoBo and returning this to NewEgg. ...

Thanks for all of the help. I bought the configuration and I'm setting it up now, but I think I'm missing something the MoBo doesn't have any video ports. Since I don't have a dedicated graphics...

So I'm getting ready to pull the trigger, and on NewEgg I can save $50 if I switch from the Ripjaws memory to this - http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.584363
Do you...

Could you explain why you would want minimum 8GB SSD?

I thought it would be dedicated to the OS. Would you recommend installing Apps on it too?

Appreciate all of the advice!

Cool. Yeah, I know SSDs are expensive, but I was thinking of getting a small one - like 40GB or so and just running Windows 7 on that. Would that make sense?

Also, will the components come with...

Great!

In the future, if I wanted to install a dedicated card, would that cause any issues?

Also, what are your thoughts on adding a SSD to this configuration for the OS? Do you think I'll see...

Thanks for the fast reply!

Yes - I think this is a great starting point. I don't need monitor, keyboard, or mouse.

One question though - did I miss the video card in there? It didn't look...

First-timer poster and first-time builder here!
I'm considering building a new machine, but am unsure exactly on the best components to meet my needs.

The PC won't be used for gaming - mainly for...